Beekeeper Richard Bean Opens 22 Farms for Kaw Valley Tour
Richard Bean of Blossom Trail Bee Ranch in Baldwin City will open his operation to the public this weekend as part of the Kaw Valley Farm Tour. Bean keeps about 30 hives, harvests honey and pollen, and sells at Lawrence markets and Hy-Vee stores. He notes the bees’ remarkable daily egg production and his calm, patient approach with his buzzy partners.
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Kaw Valley Farm Tour highlights local farms and foods
The Kaw Valley Farm Tour runs 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and features 22 participating farms producing fruits vegetables beef pork cheese wine sod flour and milk. Tickets are 10 per vehicle for the weekend with online or on-site purchase options at listed locations.
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KawValleyFarmTour.org
Merc
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Lawrence
N. Second St
Cottin’s Hardware & Rental
Mass
K-State Research and Extension
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Treme makes a case for HBO drama with New Orleans heart
The writer touts Treme as a gripping show with strong acting and timely plot lines. They mention enjoying music and writing, crediting personal ties to Steve Zahn and noting a close, humorous six degrees of separation as a backstory.
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Shrimp Creole Quick Dinner for Treme Night
A quick practical shrimp Creole dinner idea using 1 pound shrimp, peppers, onions, tomato sauce, and seasonings. Cook peppers and onions in butter, add garlic, then blend with tomato and spices for a fast, protein rich meal to accompany a season opener viewing.
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